
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastgate Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $300 (34 Rentals)
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Belmont Apartments

Townley Court Apartments

Royal James Plaza

Eden at Bexley Crossing

Clifton Woods Apartments

1774 Clifton Ave

791-793-793 S Champion Ave

Bexley Plaza

Gateway Apartments

Franklin Park Apartments

245 S 21st St

Bexley Commons

Washington Place Apartments

1736O E Long St

1732F E Long St

1170 Franklin Ave

2352-2358 E Main St

Coves at Columbus on Mayfield Place
Eastgate, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eastgate?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastgate Studio Apartments | $991 | $425 | $1,500 |
| Eastgate 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,165 | $395 | $2,175 |
| Eastgate 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,332 | $455 | $3,000 |
| Eastgate 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,516 | $500 | $3,100 |
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Cheapest Available Eastgate Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eastgate area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Granville Woods Lofts priced from $395. Belmont Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $425. Here are the most affordable Eastgate apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granville Woods Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $395 |
| Belmont Apartments | Student Room | Studio,1BA | $425 |
| Royal James Plaza | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Eden at Bexley Crossing | The Cassady | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Clifton Woods Apartments | 1 BD 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Bexley Plaza | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| 610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $839 |
| Franklin Park Apartments | 1 Month free for qualified applicants ** 1br/ 2... | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Gateway Apartments | Gateway 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $854 |
| Bexley Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastgate, OH
As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eastgate area is the $1.02 price per square foot 5 Bedroom 5 Bathroom Model at 610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC in the in the Near East Side neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Eastgate apartment is the 164 N 18th St Model at 164 N 18th St starting at $2,200 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Discovery District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eastgate apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC | 5 Bedroom 5 Bathroom | 5BR,5BA | $1.02 |
| 164 N 18th St | 164 N 18th St | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.14 |
| 222 Parkwood Ave, Unit 222 | 222 Parkwood Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 352 E 20th Ave, Unit 352.5 E 20th Avenue | 352 E 20th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| The Harris | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| 851 Wellington Blvd, Unit 851 | 851 Wellington Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 851 Wellington Blvd, Unit 851 | 851 Wellington Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 849 Wellington Blvd | 849 Wellington Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Townhomes at Bexley | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Granville Woods Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.55 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEastgate, Columbus, OH
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Eastgate Neighborhood in Columbus, OH
Walk Score®
42 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
37 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastgate Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Eastgate?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Eastgate is under $875.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Eastgate?
The cheapest apartment in Eastgate is Granville Woods Lofts which is listed at $395, while the average apartment in Eastgate costs $3,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Eastgate?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 75 regular apartments in Eastgate that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Eastgate?
Cheap apartments in Eastgate have an average cost of $1,372 which is $2,128 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Eastgate.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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